Dalai Lama Supports Green Party

Monk wearing red robes on a stage with a red backdrop, eyes covered by a red headband/blindfold.

Would the Dalai Lama align himself with a specific political party if given the chance? In this notable moment from a 2008 lecture at the University of Michigan, His Holiness the Dalai Lama makes a striking statement, declaring, in essence, that he would want to join a Green Party if one were available to him. This candid remark underscores the depth of his commitment to environmental values, suggesting that ecological responsibility resonates with him on a level significant enough to consider political affiliation — a notable statement from a religious leader typically associated with transcending political divisions. This moment offers insight into how seriously the Dalai Lama regards environmental protection, framing it not just as a spiritual or ethical concern, but as an issue substantial enough to warrant genuine political engagement and identification.

Dalai Lama states: “If you have a Green Party, I want to join.” Video from a University of Michigan lecture in 2008.
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